Redheaded Blackbelt

Off-Duty Sonoma County Deputy Suspected in Santa Rosa Murder-Suicide Santa Rosa police say 44-year-old Deputy Jeremy Lyle shot and killed his former partner, Detention Specialist Mari Bonnici, before taking his own life early Monday. Their three young children were…

Off-Duty Sonoma County Deputy Suspected in Santa Rosa Murder-Suicide https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/11/off-duty-sonoma-county-deputy-suspected-in-santa-rosa-murder-suicide/ #SantaRosa #SonomaCounty #MurderSuicide #DomesticViolence #SRPD

Motorcycle Crash on Southbound 101 Onramp at Fernbridge A motorcycle rider went down this afternoon after reportedly hitting a curb on the southbound 101 onramp at Fernbridge. The extent of injuries is unknown at this time.

A motorcycle rider went down this afternoon after reportedly hitting a curb on the southbound 101 onramp at Fernbridge. The extent of injuries is unknown at this time. https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/11/motorcycle-crash-on-southbound-101-onramp-at-fernbridge/ #TrafficCollision #MotorcycleCrash

Eureka Man Arrested in Connection with Fourth Street Stabbing A stabbing on Fourth Street Saturday morning left one man injured. By Sunday, police arrested 41-year-old Dane Harold Lawrence of Eureka, recovering the knife believed to have been used.

Eureka Man Arrested in Connection with Fourth Street Stabbing https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/11/eureka-man-arrested-in-connection-with-fourth-street-stabbing/ #Eureka #HumboldtCounty #EPD #Stabbing #AssaultWithADeadlyWeapon

Fickle Fire Burns on Green Diamond Land Near Arcata A small fire spotted Monday morning near the Arcata Community Forest was located on Green Diamond land and dubbed the Fickle Fire.

Fickle Fire Burns on Green Diamond Land Near Arcata https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/11/fickle-fire-burns-on-green-diamond-land-near-arcata/ #Arcata #FickleFire #HumboldtCounty #Wildfire #GreenDiamond

Heat Advisory in Effect as Interior Temperatures Soar into Triple Digits According to the National Weather Service in Eureka, a record high temperature of 71°F was tied Saturday at Woodley Island in Eureka. But the interior is predicted to reach triple digits in some areas.

Heat Advisory in Effect as Interior Temperatures Soar into Triple Digits https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/11/heat-advisory-in-effect-as-interior-temperatures-soar-into-triple-digits/

Red, White, and Roar: Rumble Over the Redwoods Returns Jets painted red, white, and blue across the North Coast sky this weekend as the Rumble Over the Redwoods roared back to the California Redwood Coast–Humboldt County Airport, drawing crowds for two…

Red, White, and Roar: Rumble Over the Redwoods Returns https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/11/rumble/

Strike Team of Local Firefighters Sent to Southern California to Battle State’s Largest Fire Firefighters from Humboldt County are battling the massive #GiffordFire in San Luis Obispo County, joining a strike team working steep terrain and triple-digit heat as the blaze grows past 118,000…

Strike Team of Local Firefighters Sent to Southern California to Battle State’s Largest Fire Crews from Humboldt County are battling the massive #GiffordFire in SoCal. https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/11/strike-team-of-local-firefighters-sent-to-southern-california-to-battle-states-largest-fire/

Firefighters Battle Two Suspected Arson Fires Near Swains Flat on Highway 36 Firefighters arrived to find two separate vegetation fires, each estimated at about one-quarter acre.

Firefighters Battle Two Suspected Arson Fires Near Swains Flat on Highway 36 https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/10/firefighters-battle-two-suspected-arson-fires-near-swains-flat-on-highway-36/

Humboldt’s GHG Decline and Status as a ‘Carbon Sink’ Complicate New Plan Strategies include shifting driving to walking, biking and public transit, and changing land use practices to reduce vehicle use.

Humboldt’s GHG Decline and Status as a ‘Carbon Sink’ Complicate New Plan https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/10/humboldts-ghg-decline-and-status-as-a-carbon-sink-complicate-new-plan/

Lost Dog Reported in the Dyerville Loop/AP Road Area A female Presa Canario went missing early yesterday morning in the Dyerville Loop/AP Road area.

Lost Dog Reported in the Dyerville Loop/AP Road Area https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/10/lost-dog-reported-in-the-dyerville-loop-ap-road-area/

In Loving Memory of Beverly Moorehead: November 27, 1934 – August 4, 2025 “Known for her sharp wit and her gift for storytelling, Beverly had a way of keeping everyone in the loop about the latest happenings—whether it was the neighborhood news, family updates…

In Loving Memory of Beverly Moorehead: November 27, 1934 – August 4, 2025 https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/10/in-loving-memory-of-beverly-moorehead-november-27-1934-august-4-2025/

Capsized Kayaker Rescued Off Trinidad Head Dispatchers described the individual as “stuck on a rock.”…

Capsized Kayaker Rescued Off Trinidad Head https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/09/capsized-kayaker-rescued-off-trinidad-head/

Structures Damaged, People Evacuated in Lake County Fire The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has issued evacuation orders for several zones because of the #ArdenFire.

Structures Damaged, People Evacuated in Lake County Fire #ArdenFire https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/09/structures-damaged-people-evacuated-in-lake-county-fire/

Police Searching for Suspect after Man Stabbed in the Chest An ambulance is rushing the victim to the hospital.

Police Searching for Suspect after Man Stabbed in the Chest https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/09/police-searching-for-suspect-after-man-stabbed-in-the-chest/

Academic Pathway Program for California Peace Officers–From CR to Cal Poly Humboldt “Higher education is a game changer for policing, equipping officers with vital skills, in-depth knowledge, and the flexibility to tackle new challenges,” says Greg Allen, Cal Poly Humboldt University…

Academic Pathway Program for California Peace Officers–From CR to Cal Poly Humboldt https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/09/academic-pathway-program-for-california-peace-officers-from-cr-to-cal-poly-humboldt/

LETTER: Got a Rumble Grumble? One Resident Has Suggestions “If you are affected by noise, distressed pets or livestock, road closures, low flying aircraft outside the normal flight path, or any other disruptions from this year’s show, please reach out to Ryan…

LETTER: Got a Rumble Grumble? One Resident Has Suggestions https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/09/letter-got-a-rumble-grumble-one-resident-has-suggestions/

Teresa Jean Borges: A soulful laugh, A beautiful smile “Teresa was the second born of 4 children, and was raised in Ferndale, California, where she attended Ferndale Elementary and Ferndale High School.”…

Teresa Jean Borges: A soulful laugh, A beautiful smile https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/09/teresa-jean-borges-a-soulful-laugh-a-beautiful-smile/

Vehicle Overturns, Blocking Northbound Lane of Highway 101 Near Redcrest By 9:13 p.m., officers on scene confirmed the vehicle was on its roof, with a broken front axle and one front tire blown out.

Vehicle Overturns, Blocking Northbound Lane of Highway 101 Near Redcrest https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/vehicle-overturns-blocking-northbound-lane-of-highway-101-near-redcrest/

Crews Respond to Vegetation Fire in Humboldt Hill Area Reported at ¼ acre and quickly doubling in size, a Friday afternoon vegetation fire in Humboldt Hill prompted a mutual aid response from CAL FIRE as crews worked to gain control.

Crews Respond to Vegetation Fire in Humboldt Hill Area https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/crews-respond-to-vegetation-fire-in-humboldt-hill-area/ #humboldthill #vegetationfire #humboldtbayfire #calfire

Route 36 Repair Schedule Adjusted to Align with School Travel Times Caltrans is shifting weekday traffic control hours for slide repairs east of Swimmer’s Delight, aiming to ease travel for school commutes while keeping work moving.

Route 36 Repair Schedule Adjusted to Align with School Travel Times https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/route-36-repair-schedule-adjusted-to-align-with-school-travel-times/ #highway36 #grizzlycreek #backtoschool #caltrans #dailycommute

Structure Fire on John Hill Road in Eureka Threatens Nearby Buildings Humboldt Bay Fire crews are on scene of a working fire near Myrtletown with adjacent structures at risk; motorists are urged to use caution in the area.

[Update: Photos] Structure Fire on John Hill Road in Eureka Threatens Nearby Buildings https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/structure-fire-on-john-hill-road-in-eureka-threatens-nearby-buildings/ #EurekaCA #StructureFire #HumboldtBayFire #Myrtletown #FireResponse

Terry’s Take on this Humboldt Heat Wave Compared to Humboldt County today, the underworld is a breeze.

Terry’s Take on this Humboldt Heat Wave https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/terrys-take-on-this-humboldt-heat-wave/

From WWII Hero to Firefighting Partner: Elsie’s Legacy Lives On Once storming the beaches of Normandy, the LCM-6 “Elsie” now ferries heavy equipment and firefighters across Shasta Lake to battle the Green Fire.

Once storming the beaches of Normandy, the LCM-6 “Elsie” now ferries heavy equipment and firefighters across Shasta Lake to battle the Green Fire. https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/from-wwii-hero-to-firefighting-partner-elsies-legacy-lives-on/ #GreenFire #ShastaLake #WWIIHistory #Elsie #USFS

Motorcyclist Injured in Collision at 5th and V Streets in Eureka Reports from the scene indicate the roadway is blocked. Traffic diversion was requested. Please avoid the area if possible.

Motorcyclist Injured in Collision at 5th and V Streets in Eureka https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/motorcyclist-injured-in-collision-at-5th-and-v-streets-in-eureka/ #EurekaCA #TrafficAlert #MotorcycleCrash #HumboldtBayFire #EPD #CHP

National Guard Joined Multi-Agency Raids on Illegal Cannabis Grows in Trinity County In late June, two teams–one headed by the Trinity County Sheriff’s Office and the other by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife—conducted sweeping raids on illegal cannabis operations in…

National Guard Joined Multi-Agency Raids on Illegal Cannabis Grows in Trinity County https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/national-guard-joined-multi-agency-raids-on-illegal-cannabis-grows-in-trinity-county/

Deputies Identified in Glendale Officer-Involved Shooting That Left Eureka Man Dead The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office released the names of the deputies involved in the fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred on the evening of July 26.

Deputies Identified in Glendale Officer-Involved Shooting That Left Eureka Man Dead https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/deputies-identified-in-glendale-officer-involved-shooting-that-left-eureka-man-dead/

Overrun: Hoopa’s Struggle with Feral Dogs Sparks Urgent Rescue Effort With no local vet and abandoned animals on the rise, Noah’s Ark Animal Haven & Rescue is working to spay, neuter, and rehome hundreds of dogs in Hoopa, but community help is critical.

Overrun: Hoopa’s Struggle with Feral Dogs Sparks Urgent Rescue Effort https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/overrun-hoopas-struggle-with-feral-dogs-sparks-urgent-rescue-effort/ #Hoopa #AnimalRescue #SpayAndNeuter #NoahsArkRescue #DogOverpopulation #WildlifeProtection

Eureka Puts Businesses on the Hook for Runaway Wheels With wayward shopping carts littering city streets, the Eureka City Council has given the go-ahead for a new system that charges businesses for recovering and returning them.

Eureka Puts Businesses on the Hook for Runaway Wheels https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/08/eureka-puts-businesses-on-the-hook-for-runaway-wheels/

Southbound 101 Blocked After Pickup and Trailer Crash Near Chapman’s Rock Shop Emergency personnel are on the scene and requesting an ambulance respond Code 3 (with lights and siren on.)…

Southbound 101 Blocked After Pickup and Trailer Crash Near Chapman’s Rock Shop https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/07/southbound-101-blocked-after-pickup-and-trailer-crash-near-chapmans-rock-shop/

Fire This Morning in Cutten Destroys Mobile Home “Engine 8112 was first on scene and reported a single-wide mobile home with heavy fire showing from the rear, with flames potentially threatening nearby structures.”…

Fire This Morning in Cutten Destroys Mobile Home https://kymkemp.com/2025/08/07/fire-this-morning-in-cutten-destroys-mobile-home/